FY21-22 Scholarship Impact Brochure

You changed my life. “ This scholarship will have a positive impact on my life, and I truly appreciate it. I feel so honored that I was chosen; it is wonderful and amazing. I can now focus on my studies, and I cannot wait to give back to my community.”

- Marlene Razón, Interdisciplinary Studies Major

Academic Year 2021-2022

Scholarship Impact Report

Thank you for your scholarship support. 

You valued my aspirations. “ Being an older student returning to college is a difficult enough task. It is a great blessing to have donors like you see my hard work and reward it with a generous gift that allows me to set the highest example for my children. Thank you so much for your generosity and kindness.”

- Lori A. Phipps, Public Administration Major 

You gave me an opportunity.

“My next steps are to become a fully qualified teacher, teach in the Imperial Valley, and continue my studies even further. I will continue developing myself as an educator to become one of the best.”

- Francisco J. Herrera Castellanos, Teaching Credential candidate, SDSU Imperial Valley

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You helped me reach my full potential. “ You reduced my financial burden, allowing me to focus on my education and reach my full potential. Thank you.”

- Cierra Bush, Kinesiology Major

Scholarships at San Diego State University Scholarships make a difference—opening doors to new opportunities, helping students explore their passions, and having an enduring impact on students’ lives. Thank you for generously helping our students realize their dreams and transform their lives.

Academic Year 2021-22

$5,189,261

TOTAL AWARDED

2,077

SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

$2,498

AVERAGE AWARD VALUE

621

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS

579

ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS SUPPORT STUDENTS YEAR-AFTER-YEAR

DID YOU KNOW?

Academic Year 2021-22, Tuition & Fees are

$8,136 for full-time, in-state, undergraduate students.

Housing, transportation, and costs such as books, supplies and personal expenses are additional.

Your scholarship support makes a big difference in helping students achieve their dreams. A scholarship does more than help pay for a student’s education; it gives them encouragement and confidence in their ability to succeed. Your generosity has truly made a difference.

Thank you!

You made me feel as if I won the Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony. “ This scholarship will help me in my career as a graphic designer. I honestly feel as if I won the Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony, and like I made it! I find this scholarship more of a special gift and something personal. I am grateful and cannot express my gratitude enough.”

- Gerald Vistro, Art Major

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